Intel Baby Canyon NUC7i5BNK
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According to our barebone expert
Te Intel NUC7i5BNK barebone is a compact computer that's suitable for watching and editing videos and text files. The Intel Optane memory ensures better cooperation between the RAM and the hard drive, which means Windows 10 and all your programs will boot just a bit more quickly. Thanks to the Thunderbolt 3 input, you can transfer large files up to 8 times faster than with USB 3.0. Since the compact size makes it no bigger than a lunchbox, you can neatly keep it on your desk.
Processor family | Core i5 | |
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Built-in WiFi | ||
Memory type | DDR4 | |
Maximum internal memory | 32 GB | |
Number of HDMI connectors | 1 | |
Bluetooth | ||
Integrated video card |
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The system itself still needs to be upgraded with a storage, working memory and operating system.
I myself chose an SSD 960 EVO M.2 250GB from Samsung, with which you can achieve very high read and write speeds (2.2 GB/s read and 1.2 GB/s write). Opted for 2x8 GB SODIMM DDR4-2133 from Crucial, 2x4 GB should be sufficient if you are only doing media content. Also with Windows 10 as operating system. As a result, the complete price of the system will soon be around €700.
TIP: use 2 memory banks, so choose 2x4 GB if you want 8 GB and not 1x8 GB. By using 2 memory banks, it has a maximum speed of 32 GB/s instead of 16 GB/s. This is because the CPU supports dual-channel.
My experience: Need some knowledge to install all the necessary things, otherwise very suitable for 4K 60Hz content, plus Dolby Surround support over the HDMI connection. Very easy to connect by using only HDMI and power connections, the rest goes via WiFi or Bluetooth. It can still play quite a few low-end games, especially at 1080 (full hd). Very fine and fast for daily use and that for such a size.
Disadvantage: The fan makes quite a bit of noise and comes out easily in a quiet environment. This disappears completely when playing a movie or music.
stefan sterk
3 December 2017
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I like it because it is a small quiet device
Toine Welling
14 October 2017
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Years of Intel NUC experiences and this version is another step forward with all the connections you need. Sufficient USB connections and multiple HDMI with the right specifications. Unfortunately the fan noise (cooling) is a bit noisier than previous versions.
Michael Lakemond
5 January 2018
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Product number | 773178 | |
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Manufacturer code | BOXNUC7i5BNK | |
Brand | Intel | |
Warranty | 3 years | |
Processing of your defect | Carry-in warranty | |
Old product returned for free |
Processor brand | Intel | |
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Processor family | Core i5 | |
Processor code name | Kaby Lake | |
Processor number | 7260U | |
Processor cores | Dual-Core (2) |
Clock speed | 2200 MHz | |
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Overclockable | ||
Turbo speed | 3400 MHz | |
Cache memory | 4 MB |
Memory type | DDR4 | |
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Total number of RAM slots | 2 | |
Maximum internal memory | 32 GB | |
Voltage RAM | 1.2V |
Integrated video card | ||
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Chipset brand | Intel | |
GPU chipset number | Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 |
M.2 SSD connector type | M |
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Bluetooth | ||
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Built-in WiFi | ||
WiFi standards | Wireless AC | |
Number of Ethernet ports | 1 |
HDMI connector | ||
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Number of Female HDMI type A 1.4 ports | 1 | |
DisplayPort connector | ||
Thunderbolt connector | ||
Number of Female Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports | 1 |
Headphone jack | ||
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Number of female 3.5mm TS Audio Jack ports | 1 | |
Microphone connector | ||
Number of microphone connectors | 1 | |
Type of microphone connection | 3.5mm jack | |
Digital optical connector |
Width | 11,5 cm |
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Height | 3,5 cm |
Depth | 11,1 cm |
Weight | 0,5 kg |
Color | Gray |
Material | Metal |